2 h. ago Friday News Recap: Rivers Defections; Wike Reacts; Dangote Fuel; Netflix Deal +More

Dive in to catch up on the major headlines, explore emerging trends, and stay connected to the conversations that matter most to you. The post Friday News Recap: Rivers Defections; Wike Reacts; Dangote Fuel; Netflix Deal +More appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Netflix To Buy Warner Bros. Discovery In Deal Worth Over $80bn

The acquisition gives Netflix access to a vast film catalog as well as the prestigious streaming service HBO Max. The post Netflix To Buy Warner Bros. Discovery In Deal Worth Over $80bn appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago Netflix Emerges Highest Bidder For Warner Bros Discovery Acquisition

Streaming giant Netflix has emerged as the leading bidder to acquire TV and film conglomerate Warner Bros Discovery in a deal valued at $28 per share, according to multiple US media reports. The parent company of HBO, CNN and Warner Bros Studios officially put itself up for sale in October after receiving several unsolicited offers, […]

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11 h. ago UK unveils £12.4m programmes to support Nigeria’s economic reforms

The UK unveils two programmes worth £12.4m to support Nigeria’s economic reforms, aiming for macroeconomic stability and private-sector growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-unveils-12-4m-programmes-to-support-nigerias-economic-reforms/

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21 h. ago Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

The Defence Headquarters says troops foiled oil theft valued at N217 million and rescued 318 kidnapped victims in November as read more Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

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22 h. ago DStv may drop 11 major TV channels by December 31 as MultiChoice–Warner Bros. deal stalls

MultiChoice Group says 11 television channels could be removed from the DStv platform by December 31 following the possible expiration read more DStv may drop 11 major TV channels by December 31 as MultiChoice–Warner Bros. deal stalls

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24 h. ago Trump, Rwanda, DR Congo leaders sign peace deal despite ongoing violence

US President Trump hosts Rwandan and Congolese leaders to sign a historic Rwanda DR Congo peace deal, aiming to end conflict and open access to minerals. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-rwanda-dr-congo-leaders-sign-peace-deal-despite-ongoing-violence/

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37 h. ago Vodacom takes control of Safaricom in $2.1bn deal with Kenyan government, Vodafone

Vodacom Group Ltd. is set to take control of Safaricom Plc after striking a $2.1 billion deal to acquire additional read more Vodacom takes control of Safaricom in $2.1bn deal with Kenyan government, Vodafone

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48 h. ago LaLiga secures record €6.1bn domestic deal for 2027–32 cycle

LaLiga has completed the tender process for its domestic broadcasting rights, securing a total audiovisual rights value of €6.135 billion read more LaLiga secures record €6.1bn domestic deal for 2027–32 cycle

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54 h. ago Thailand Seizes $300 mn In Assets Linked To Cyberscam Networks

Thailand's Anti-Money Laundering Office said on Tuesday it had seized around 100 items belonging to Prince's Chen worth 373 million baht ($11.7 million). The post Thailand Seizes $300 mn In Assets Linked To Cyberscam Networks appeared first on Channels Television.

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54 h. ago Thailand Seizes $300m In Assets Linked To Cyberscam Networks

Thailand's Anti-Money Laundering Office said on Tuesday it had seized around 100 items belonging to Prince's Chen worth 373 million baht ($11.7 million). The post Thailand Seizes $300m In Assets Linked To Cyberscam Networks appeared first on Channels Television.

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56 h. ago Bauchi police arrest drug dealer, seize tramadol, diazepam worth N12.2m

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a suspected drug dealer, Ogbu Simon, and recovered 17,500 sachets of Tramadol and read more Bauchi police arrest drug dealer, seize tramadol, diazepam worth N12.2m

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62 h. ago Putin, Trump envoy hold tense but “useful” talks as pressure builds for deal

Talks between Vladimir Putin and United States special envoy Steve Witkoff ended on Tuesday with both sides calling the discussion read more Putin, Trump envoy hold tense but “useful” talks as pressure builds for deal

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3 d. ago DStv subscribers may lose 12 channels in January 2026 — MultiChoice

MultiChoice warns DStv subscribers may lose 12 key channels, including CNN and Cartoon Network, from Jan 2026 if a deal isn’t reached with Warner Bros. Read More: https://punchng.com/dstv-subscribers-may-lose-12-channels-in-january-2026-multichoice/

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3 d. ago Diddy Condemns Netflix Docuseries, Accuses Platform Of Using Stolen Footage

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has condemned the upcoming Netflix docuseries “Sean Combs: The Reckoning” as a “shameful hit piece,” accusing the streaming platform of using “stolen footage that was never authorised for release.” The series, produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, is set to premiere globally on Tuesday, December 2. Combs’ spokesperson issued the statement on […]

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Police Recover N23.6m Gold Buried By Woman In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has successfully assisted a woman in the Mallam Fatori area to recover gold worth N23.6 million which she buried in the sand while fleeing a Boko Haram attack 15 years ago. The recovery was confirmed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Borno Command, ASP Nahum […]

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3 d. ago Netflix makes cash offer to acquire Warner Bros Discovery — Report

Netflix has reportedly made a mostly cash offer to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, a landmark deal that could reshape the entire US media landscape. Read More: https://punchng.com/netflix-makes-cash-offer-to-acquire-warner-bros-discovery-report/

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3 d. ago FMDQ collaborates to seal landmark deal to deepen Nigeria’s sustainable

Nigeria’s sustainable-finance landscape received a major boost on Monday as FMDQ Group PLC, in collaboration with FC4S Lagos, FSD Africa and Chapel Hill Denham, entered into a strategic partnership with recycling company Kaltani International Ventures Limited to accelerate climate-aligned financing and strengthen the country’s circular-economy value chain. The partnership, formalised at a signing ceremony in […]

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4 d. ago From Dorm Rooms to Deal Rooms: Inside Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah’s Push to Build Enugu’s $30B Digital Economy Through the Campus Hackathon

The Enugu Campus Hackathon 2025 is not just a student competition; it is an early-stage track on the digital rails read more From Dorm Rooms to Deal Rooms: Inside Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah’s Push to Build Enugu’s $30B Digital Economy Through the Campus Hackathon

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4 d. ago Zenith Bank GMD buys N732.6m worth of shares, signals strong growth outlook

Zenith Bank’s Chief Executive Officer and Group Managing Director, Dr. Adaora Umeoji, has acquired 11 million units of the bank’s shares in a move widely seen as a strong vote of confidence in the lender’s growth trajectory after Nigeria’s banking recapitalisation drive. According to a regulatory filing on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), the transaction—valued at […]

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